Birds here are right in your face.

Bali Bird Park in Ubud is a simple, high-energy way to spend a half day, with interactive feeding sessions that let you get close to friendly birds. I also like the park’s built-in rhythm of daily shows, including free-flight and birds of prey displays timed so you can plan your day without guessing. One consideration: at about $18.82 per person, it’s one of the pricier tickets on the island, so you’ll want to use the included shows and feedings to make it feel worth it.

The big win is that you prebook admission so you get guaranteed entry to one of Bali’s most popular attractions, and you can use your ticket any time between 9am and 5pm. The grounds are lush and garden-filled, with birds roaming in tropical areas plus walk-in aviaries, which makes it easier for kids to stay interested. I’d still plan to arrive ready for a full day of looking and moving, since the best moments happen around show times.

Key Things to Know Before You Go

• Guaranteed entry: Prebooking helps you lock in access without last-minute scramble.
• 1,300 birds, 250+ species: You’re not doing a quick drive-by here; you’ll see a lot.
• Interactive feeding experiences: Lorikeets and pelicans are part of the hands-on options.
• Daily bird show schedule: Free-flight runs at 10:30am and 4pm, with more shows later.
• Bird-of-prey presentations: Eagles to kites, owls to falcons fly and swoop on schedule.
• Included 4D movie: A different kind of break from walking through aviaries.

Bali Bird Park in Ubud: A Half-Day That Actually Feels Easy

Bali Bird Park is set up for a straightforward visit: walk, watch, and then do the planned interactive moments when they happen. It’s in Ubud, so it fits neatly into a typical Bali itinerary where you’re already planning for gardens, short activities, and family-friendly stops.

What makes this park especially useful is the mix of experiences in one ticket. You’re not just buying access to cages. You get free-roaming areas, walk-in aviaries, scheduled performances, and even a 4D movie included with admission. If you’re traveling with kids (or you just have a short attention span on vacation, no judgment), this structure helps.

Another subtle plus is the sheer variety: the park is described as home to around 1,300 birds across about 250 different species. Even if you don’t count them all, the scale means you won’t feel like you finished too fast.

Ticket Price and Value: What Your $18.82 Covers

The admission ticket runs $18.82 per person, and the experience lasts about 3 hours on average. On paper, that can feel steep for Bali. The value comes from what’s wrapped in the ticket.

Here’s what is included:

• All bird shows
• Participating in the feeding sessions
• A 4D movie
• Local taxes

Not included:

• Food and drinks (you can buy them on site)
• Souvenir photos (sold separately)
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

So the practical way to think about the price is this: if you plan to watch the shows and actually join the feedings, you’re using what you paid for. If you mostly wander and skip the planned moments, you’ll feel the cost more. But if you show up with a plan—arrive, catch the big performances, and do at least one feeding experience—it stops feeling like an expensive ticket and starts feeling like a packaged day.

Also, it’s designed to be booked ahead: prebooking is commonly done about 16 days in advance. That’s not just a convenience. It reduces friction when you’re juggling transport, schedules, and kid stamina.

Timing Your Day: How to Use 9am–5pm Access Well

Your ticket lets you enter and enjoy the park any time between 9am and 5pm. On paper, that’s a long window. In practice, the park works best when you line up your walking around show times.

The park’s published opening hours run from 9:30am to 5:30pm (through the 2025–2026 range listed). So you’ll have that extra buffer if you want a slower start or want to end with something quieter.

I’d plan your day like this:

• Arrive with enough time to explore before the first show.
• Choose one or two feeding experiences so it doesn’t turn into running around.
• Be ready for the main performances, which happen multiple times per day.

Since the visit is about 3 hours on average, you don’t need to do everything at once. You just need to pick the moments that match your group’s energy.

Getting Started at the Park: Expect Birds All Around

Once you enter, the park isn’t laid out as a strict, linear route. It feels more like you’re stepping into a tropical bird world where you can choose what to see next.

A key detail that matters for planning: the park includes areas where birds roam freely, plus walk-in aviaries. That means you’ll spend less time waiting for an exhibit to come to you and more time watching movement, interactions, and behavior as you walk.

This is also a good reason to bring your patience and your camera (or phone) but keep your expectations realistic. Birds move. They won’t always stay posed for your photo. The payoff is you get real-time moments—birds approaching, hopping around, and being active rather than just sitting on display perches.

Interactive Feeding Sessions: The Hands-On Part Families Love

This is where Bali Bird Park earns its popularity. The included feeding experiences are built for close encounters without turning the visit into a complicated production.

You can participate in interactive programs such as feeding:

• Lorikeets
• Pelicans

And you can also watch trained keepers feed baby birds at the avian nursery. That nursery element matters because it tends to shift the mood from loud and exciting to gentle and curious—great for kids who want something more focused after the big show areas.

Practical consideration: feeding experiences can draw a small crowd, especially around peak times. If your group gets restless, arrive a little earlier in the day or choose your feeding session during a less busy window so you can actually enjoy it.

The other reason feeding sessions feel valuable is that they make the birds seem alive and present. You’re not only seeing species names; you’re seeing behavior and interaction.

Bird Shows With Clear Times: Free Flight and Birds of Prey

Bali Bird Park runs big shows daily, and the schedule is clearly stated, which makes planning much easier.

Bali Rain Forest Free Flight Bird Show

This daily show is presented at:

• 10:30am
• 4:00pm

It’s described as featuring macaws, cockatoos, hornbills, and water birds. Since it’s a free-flight format, you’re watching birds fly and return as part of the performance rhythm. That’s the kind of show where kids often stop fidgeting because movement pulls everyone’s attention.

Basic Instinct Bird Of Prey Show

This daily show is presented at:

• 11:30am
• 3:00pm

It highlights birds of prey such as eagles to kites, owls to falcons. The description focuses on birds soaring overhead and swooping down, which is exactly what you want if you’re looking for a more dramatic, high-impact show.

How to choose between shows:

If you can only catch one set, pick the one that matches your group’s interests. If your kids love big colorful birds, free-flight usually lands well. If you want drama and motion, birds of prey tends to feel more intense.

The 4D Movie: A Useful Reset in the Middle

The ticket includes a 4D movie, which can be a smart move for families. It gives your legs a break, and it’s also a chance to cool down if the midday heat is pushing you.

I like including this detail in your planning because it helps you avoid the classic problem of “we walked the entire day and now everyone is cranky.” Even a short indoor reset can keep the later show and feeding moments enjoyable.

Don’t Miss the Park’s Star Moments

The park has popular featured birds, including a named star mentioned as Anna-Maria, described as a world-renowned black bird at the park. Even without knowing every species detail, named characters help you focus your sightseeing.

Also, one of the unique mentions in the provided info is the opportunity to see interactions beyond just parrots—there’s a sense that you’ll find special encounters, not only routine walkthrough areas. That’s part of what keeps visits from feeling like a repeat of similar aviary parks.

Food, Photos, and Practical On-Site Reality

Food and drinks are not included, and souvenir photos are also sold separately. That matters because many bird parks try to upsell you at the moment you’re already tired and hungry.

My practical advice:

• Plan to buy food or snacks on site, but don’t assume it’s cheap or fast.
• If you care about photos, expect extra charges and time.
• Bring something simple for the kids if you can, so you aren’t stuck waiting for purchases between show segments.

If you’re sensitive to timing, treat meals as a planning element, not an afterthought. The show schedule gives you structure, but only if you don’t lose that structure to long lines.

Who This Is Best For (And Who Might Want Something Else)

Bali Bird Park is a strong choice for:

• Families with young kids who need clear activities and show times
• People who want a close-up bird experience without complicated planning
• Travelers who like combining interactive moments with scheduled entertainment in one location

It may be less ideal for:

• Adults who only want a light, quick walk and no structured events (because you’ll get the most value by using the included shows and feedings)
• Anyone who hates crowds during popular sessions, since feeding moments and show seating can bring people together

If you’re the type who likes to feel like the day has a plan, this park works because the schedule is built in. If you prefer spontaneous exploration only, you can still wander, but the ticket’s value depends on using what’s included.

Should You Book Bali Bird Park Admission?

I’d book Bali Bird Park if you want a 3-hour family-friendly bird day in Ubud with included shows and interactive feedings. The overall rating is 4.5, and 91% recommend it, which aligns with the park’s clear strengths: close bird encounters, easy structure, and multiple show options.

Skip it or rethink it if you know you won’t use the included performances and feedings. At $18.82, you’ll feel the price more if you treat it as a casual walk-through. But if you show up ready to plan around the performances—especially the free-flight at 10:30am and 4:00pm, and birds of prey at 11:30am and 3:00pm—it turns into a good value day.

If you want one solid plan that’s easy for kids and fun for adults, Bali Bird Park is a strong bet.

FAQ

What’s included with the Bali Bird Park admission ticket?

Your ticket includes all bird shows, participating in the feeding sessions, and the 4D movie. Local taxes are also included.

How long is the visit?

The experience is listed at about 3 hours on average.

What are the park’s opening hours?

The listed opening hours are Monday through Sunday from 9:30am to 5:30pm.

What show times should I plan around?

The Free Flight Bird Show is at 10:30am and 4:00pm. The Bird Of Prey show is at 11:30am and 3:00pm.

Is food and drink included?

No. Food and drinks are available to purchase, but they are not included in the ticket price.

Can I get a full refund if I cancel?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience starts, the amount paid is not refunded.